Lyrics: Man in the Mirror

Man In The Mirror lyrics

Ooh ooh ooh aah
Gotta make a change
For once in my life
It's gonna feel real good
Gonna make a difference
Gonna make it right

As I turned up the collar on
A favorite winter coat
This wind is blowin' my mind
I see the kids in the street
With not enough to eat
Who am I to be blind
Pretending not to see their needs

A summer's disregard
A broken bottle top
And a one man's soul
They follow each other
On the wind ya' know
'Cause they got nowhere to go
That's why I want you to know

I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I'm asking him to change his ways
And no message could have been any clearer
If you wanna make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself and then make a change, yey
Na na na, na na na, na na na na oh ho

I've been a victim of
A selfish kinda love
It's time that I realize
There are some with no home
Not a nickel to loan
Could it be really pretending that they're not alone

A willow deeply scarred
Somebody's broken heart
And a washed out dream
(Washed out dream)
They follow the pattern of the wind ya' see
'Cause they got no place to be
That's why I'm starting with me

I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I'm asking him to change his ways
And no message could have been any clearer
If you wanna make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself and then make a change

I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I'm asking him to change his ways
And no message could have been any clearer
If you wanna make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself and then make that change

I'm starting with the man in the mirror
(Man in the mirror, oh yeah)
I'm asking him to change his ways, yeah
(Change)
No message could have been any clearer
If you wanna make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself and then make the change
You gotta get it right, while you got the time
'Cause when you close your heart
(You can't close your, your mind)
Then you close your mind

(That man, that man, that man)
(That man, that man, that man)
(With the man in the mirror, oh yeah)
(That man you know, that man you know)
(That man you know, that man you know)
I'm asking him to change his ways
(Change)
No message could have been any clearer
If you wanna make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself then make that change

(Na na na, na na na, na na na na)
Ooh
Oh yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
(Na na na, na na na, na na na na)

Oh no
Oh no, I'm gonna make a change
It's gonna feel real good
Sure mon
(Change)
Just lift yourself
You know, you got to stop it yourself
(Yeah)
Oh
Make that change
(I gotta make that change today, oh)
(Man in the mirror)
You got to, you got to not let yourself, brother oh
Yeah
You know that
(Make that change)
(I gotta make that make me then make)
You got, you got to move
Sure mon, sure mon
You got to
(Stand up, stand up, stand up)
Make that change
Stand up and lift yourself, now
(Man in the mirror)
Make that change
(Gonna make that change, sure mon)
(Man in the mirror)
You know it, you know it, you know it, you know
(Change)
Make that change

One of my favorite song by Michael Jackson.

Ang Sa Akin Lang: Basaan Festival sa San Juan

THE BASAAN FESTIVAL

San Juan municipal celebrate saint Jhon the Baptist by Municipal officials will assemble at the Pinaglabanan Shrine and board respective fire trucks and go around the town spraying water on San Juaneños on the road. people getting everyone in the streets wet with water (as is done in baptism). For the basaan tradition and a re-enactment of the baptism with an ilang-ilang scented water is used. Thus, it resulted into a free-for-all water fight with the residents and the people passing the city. Baptist held every 24th of June. dont worry the water is clean and the basaan will last until 12noon of that day.

Source: http://members.virtualtourist.com/m/e36cc/151a9b/
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Nag-set ako ng alarm para magising ng maaga. Sa kadahilanan, Araw ng San Juan ngayon (June 24). Sa pagkakaalam ko simula ng parada ay alas syete ng umaga hanggang alas dose ng tanghali. Nagulantang ako kanina mga bandang 5:00 ng umaga dahil nakarinig ako ng malakas na tambol at sigawan ng mga tao sa labas.

Nagulat ako at alas singko pa lang ng umaga may mga tambay na sa kanto na naghahagis ng tubig sa loob ng mga jeep na dumadaan sa harapan nila. Kaawa awang mga pasahero!!! Tsk! Tsk!! Ano kaya ang amoy nila pagdating sa kanilang opisina....hmmm....hulaan ko amoy imburnal!!!

Masaya kung titignan pero ang nakakaalarma ay hindi ordinaryong tubig ang inihahagis nila sa mga tao, KUNDI tubig na nanggaling sa KANAL. Nagkataon pa na umuulan pa kanina.

Bigla na lang akong natakot at baka mangyari sa akin iyon paglabas ko ng bahay para pumasok sa opisina. Wala daw karapatan magalit ang sinuman kapag binasa ka nila kasi iyon ang tradisyon sa San Juan.

Ang Sa Akin Lang, bakit maruming tubig ang inihahagis nila? Hindi ba nila naisip na baka sakaling magkasakit ang mga tao sa ginagawa nilang kababuyan sa kapwa nila? Ito ba ang tinatawag na tradisyon?

Ang Sa Akin Lang, ang umpisa ng parada ay 7:00 ng umaga at hindi 5:00!!! Sa pagkakaalam ko ang mga taong babasain mo lang AY iyong mga kasama sa parada HINDI IYONG KUNG SINO LANG ANG NAPAGTRIPAN NILA!

Ang Sa Akin Lang, tulad ko na gumising ng sobrang aga para makapasok sa opisina at para maiwasan na mabasa pero sa kagustuhan mong hindi magalit sa kanila pero sa nakita kong ginagawa nila sa tao mapipilitan akong makapagmura sa kanila ng 'di oras.

Buti na lang at may dumaan agad na Taxi at nakasakay ako ng hindi nababasa ng mga taong walang modo at mga taong lasing na walang magawang matino sa Araw ng San Juan.

Huwag sanang samantalahin ng mga tao ang Araw ng San Juan para pagtripan ang mga kapwa nila na halos nagsakripisyo ng maaga para makapasok sa opisina ng maayos.

Kaya ako heto nandito ngayon sa opisina ng 6:45am pero ang oras ng pasok namin ay 10:00 pa. Kaya heto inaantok.

Happy Basaan Festival at sana gawin ng maayos ang tradisyon na ito at 'wag samantalahin para pagtripan ang mga tao!!!

Book: The Secret

…stop thinking you don’t have love. stop focusing on what is lacking in your life. start by recognizing that there are so many people around us who love us and whom we can love back! family, friends, people we work with… then you become thankful sincerely of what you already have: this wonderful people around. Then start loving. It’s an action word. start focusing your energies on making people you love happy. spend time with them, make them laugh, make them feel appreciated. then extend to other people in dire need of loving: the poor, the elderly, the abandoned, the orphans and widows. just keep on loving and loving. this way, you stop focusing on what you don’t have and you start focusing on loving people around. you end up sending signals of love to the universe. and that is what the universe will give back to you. love, in all its forms, perhaps including romantic love.

From the Book entitled, "The Secret" by Rhonda Byrne. I can't wait to have a copy of this book. Unfortunately out of stock siya sa Powerbooks.

Health: Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin, otherwise known as ascorbic acid. Vitamin C is responsible for many functions in your body. What does Vitamin C do? Vitamin C is an antioxidant and can protect your body from free radicals, which may cause heart disease and cancer. Vitamin C is responsible for producing collagen. Collagen is present in your muscles and bones. It is responsible for holding the cells together. Vitamin C helps your immune system. It helps you heal from scrapes and bruises. Vitamin C also keeps your gums healthy. People with lack of Vitamin C often develop black, swollen gums otherwise known as scurvy. People who do not consume enough Vitamin C often develop the following symptoms: Swollen Gums Wounds that don't heal Easy bruising Bleeding Gums If you consume too much Vitamin C, it may not be harmful. Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin therefore excess amount is excreted in your urine. But it can develop symptoms such as kidney stones and diarrhea because it is an acid. The average (nonsmoking) person should consume 60 mg of Vitamin C per day. This can be found in 3/4 cup of orange juice. People who smoke need more Vitamin C than others. Their requirement is 100 mg a day. You can obtain Vitamin C from citrus fruits such as oranges, tangerines, and grapefruits. You can also obtain a significant amount from tomatoes, peppers, broccoli, and even potatoes. Vitamin C is good for protecting your body. For vegetarians it is even healthier. When combined with iron, iron becomes more absorbable allowing an increased iron intake.

Health: Vitamin B Complex

Vitamin B complex is a group of vitamins that includes thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, B-6, folate, B-12, pantothenic acid, biotin and choline. Some of the benefits of vitamin B complex supplements include increased energy, improved or more stable moods, healthier skin, hair and eyes. The vitamins are important for proper nervous system and immune system function.

Actually, adequate amounts of the vitamin B complex group are needed on a daily basis to insure the proper function of many systems of the human body. Niacin (found in the vitamin B complex group) is found in every cell of the human body. Inadequate amounts of niacin in the diet can result in dermatitis (dry, itchy, inflamed skin), muscle soreness, cramping, exhaustion, insomnia, indigestion, mental problems, sores in the mouth and loss of appetite.

Another very important part of the vitamin B complex group is folate, known until recently as folic acid. Healthy men and women over the age of 13 need at least 400 mg per day. Women who are pregnant or nursing need more to support the growth needs of infants. Deficiencies can result in a variety of learning disabilities and growth problems.

No upper limits have been established for the vitamin B complex group. No toxic affects have been noted, except after intravenous injections of pharmaceutical quantities. When taken orally, the body uses what it needs and excretes anything that is left over.

The benefits of vitamin B complex to the elderly include improved memory and mood. No matter what their age, most people notice an improvement in memory and ability to concentrate, as well as a decrease in depressed feelings and irritability.

Vitamin B complex is used by the body to convert carbohydrates into glucose, which is then converted by the cells into energy, commonly referred to as metabolism. The symptoms of vitamin B complex deficiency are similar to symptoms of low blood sugar levels. Increased irritability is one of the first symptoms. Those with sluggish metabolisms or problems controlling their weight often benefit from vitamin B complex supplements.

Most people who start taking a vitamin B complex supplement notice an increase in energy immediately. If you suffer from dry skin or hair, it may take a few weeks to notice a difference, but you will see an improvement.

It is nearly impossible to get adequate amounts of the vitamin B complex from a typical daily diet. In addition, certain things increase an individual’s daily vitamin B complex requirements. Drinking coffee or alcohol increases the need for the B vitamins. Taking birth control pills, sulfa drugs and sleeping medications increase the need for the vitamin B complex group. It is interesting to note that a lack of vitamin B complex in the diet can lead to insomnia, which could lead someone to ask for a sleep aid, which increases the need for the vitamins. Before you reach for a sleeping pill, you may want to look at your diet and whether or not you are getting adequate amounts of the vitamin B complex group.

For more insights and further information about Vitamins and Vitamin B Complex please visit our web site at http://www.vitamins-explained.com

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jon_Arnold

Health: Vitamin E

Benefits of Vitamin e for Skin

In terms of skin health and skin care, vitamin e benefits are numerous. In fact, skin care products that contain vitamin e have become an essential part of healthy skin care.

Antioxidant

First of all, because of its antioxidant activity, vitamin e is vital in protecting skin cells from ultra violet light, pollution, drugs, and other elements that produce cell damaging free radicals. It is believed that vitamin e is most effective in its natural alcohol form rather than its acetate form where it is a less effective antioxidant. Watch for this in the labelling of skin care products.

Regulator for Vitamin A

The benefits of vitamin e for healthy skin care also include its ability to regulate vitamin a in the body, which itself is important for healthy skin.

Anti-Aging Benefits of Vitamin E

Vitamin e added to lotions, creams, and other skin care products, as well as taken orally, plays a role in the anti-aging of skin. It helps skin look younger by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Also, free radicals are believed to play an important role in skin aging and therefore the antioxidant activity is quite valuable for this skin problem.

Sun Protection and Sun Burn Treatment

Vitamin e lotions provide some benefit in preventing and treating sunburns. These lotions protect the epidermis layer of the skin from early stages of ultra violet light damage. Vitamin e preparations also increase the effectiveness of sunscreens. Such lotions do not work immediately. They must be applied about 20 minutes before sun exposure in order to allow the vitamin e to be absorbed deep into the epidermis layer.

Treatment of Skin Diseases

Vitamin e can aid in the treatment of various skin diseases or skin conditions. Topical applications such as those used to treat psoriasis is one of the benefits of vitamin e. Orally ingested vitamin e can help treat erythema (a skin inflammation that results in reddish, painful, and tender lumps).

Treatment of Scars

This is one of the more controversial benefits of vitamin e. Initially, it was thought that vitamin e was very beneficial in the prevention and treatment of scarring (acne scars or surgical scars) and healing of skin from various forms of damage such as burns. Some recent research has questioned this benefit of vitamin e. In fact some studies have indicated that vitamin e creams do not help prevent surgical scarring and may actually make the scar look worse. This is in opposition to the experience of a number of individuals that claim vitamin e creams help soften the appearance of scars.

Skin Cancer

One of the most important benefits of vitamin e is the prevention of skin cancer. This occurs because of its sun protection quality and of course its powerful antioxidant properties, which help reduce or prevent sun damage.

Other

There are a variety of other benefits of vitamin e for skin care:

• vitamin e products help reduce the appearance of stretch marks
• vitamin e can help prevent the appearance of age spots
• it helps maintain the skin’s oil balance during the cleansing process
• it reduces transepidermal water loss from skin and strengthens the skin’s barrier function

Overall for skin care, more benefit is obtained from topical application of vitamin e through creams or lotions rather than taking vitamin e orally. Skin is able to absorb natural vitamin e effectively. However, taking vitamin e orally is important for the good health of other areas of the body.

The recommended skin lotions and creams by many experts are those that contain the alcohol form of vitamin e (alpha-tocopherol) instead of the acetate form (alpha-tocopherol acetate). The acetate form does not penetrate the skin’s surface well and provides less of the benefits of vitamin e such as antioxidant activity for the skin.

Why is vitamin e important for good health?

There are several benefits of vitamin e for your body. Some preliminary studies involving intakes of vitamin e higher than the daily-recommended requirement have shown that vitamin e may be useful in treating or possibly preventing:

• menstrual pain
• low sperm count
• inflammation of eye tissues
• cataracts
• restless leg syndrome or relief from muscle cramping
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Parkinson’s disease
• rheumatoid arthritis
• asthma
• various diabetes related complications and maybe helpful in treating and preventing diabetes itself
• cardiovascular disease
• prostate cancer and breast cancer

Benefits of vitamin e also include helping the body increase and regulate the levels of vitamin a in the body and as a general immune system booster, especially in older adults. Topical vitamin e might also promote good blood circulation and prevent the formation of blood clots, especially in people with diabetes.

The problem is that although it is agreed that vitamin e is a very useful and essential vitamin for humans (especially for its antioxidant activity), many of the stated benefits of vitamin e are anecdotal. There are few in depth studies available to verify some of the benefits of vitamin e claims that are being made. However, there are numerous informal reports of individuals insisting significant health benefits with increased levels of vitamin e. Further scientific study will help to target specifically whether vitamin e truly does play a role in treating or preventing the conditions mentioned above.

Additional Vitamin E Resources

For information on foods containing vitamin e, visit the vitamin e foods page.

More information on vitamin e food sources can be found at the vitamin e food sources page.

Information on the deficiency of vitamin e can be found at the vitamin e deficiency page.

The vitamin e overdose page discusses the symptoms and side effects of too much vitamin e.

The following link discusses vitamin E scar healing and scar fading.

Source: http://www.healthy-skincare.com/benefits-of-vitamin-e.html

Senti: Everything is Waiting for You

Your great mistake is to act the drama
as if you were alone. As if life
were a progressive and cunning crime
with no witness to the tiny hidden
transgressions. To feel abandoned is to deny
the intimacy of your surroundings. Surely,
even you, at times, have felt the grand array;
the swelling presence, and the chorus, crowding
out your solo voice You must note
the way the soap dish enables you,
or the window latch grants you freedom.
Alertness is the hidden discipline of familiarity.
The stairs are your mentor of things
to come, the doors have always been there
to frighten you and invite you,
and the tiny speaker in the phone
is your dream-ladder to divinity.

Put down the weight of your aloneness and ease into
the conversation. The kettle is singing
even as it pours you a drink, the cooking pots
have left their arrogant aloofness and
seen the good in you at last. All the birds
and creatures of the world are unutterably
themselves. Everything is waiting for you.

by David Whyte
from Everything is Waiting for You
©2003 Many Rivers Press

Ang Sa Akin Lang: Fortune Care Medicare

Dalawang taon na akong member ng Fortune Care. It was recommended by my Dad kasi ito rin ang HMO nila. Okey naman, kasi ito ang ginagamit ko sa consultation. Nagamit ko na rin ito sa DLS-STI MegaClinic sa Dermatologist na ginamit ko para ipatanggal ang mga warts ko. Twice ko na rin ginamit for Dental para sa oral prophylaxis.

Nagkataon, na nagipit ako sa budget at hindi ako makakabayad sa June 15 which is the last payment date due before ma-terminate ang contract ko with them. I wrote a letter to their AVP for Credit and Collection for a reconsideration and I promise them to pay on July 15. But, unfortunately it was disapproved. They gave me daw 45 days para ma-settle ang payment ko. Fair enough for me naman pero ano ang magagawa ko kung nagipit ako sa mga nagdaan na araw. And besides, may date naman na nagpromise ako to pay them. Hindi pa ba sufficient iyon? Wala ba silang consideration and besides nagbabayad naman ako on-time noong hindi ako nagigipit. Hindi ba sila marunong tumingin ng records of history of payments; Hindi ba sila marunong tumingin kung capable ang member to continue his membership.

Ang sa akin lang, kapag hindi ka nakabayad sa kanila within their grace period, suspended ang privileges mo maliban sa consultation. Isang buwan lang ang hiningi ko from them. And besides minimal lang ang utilization ko using my Fortune Care healthcard.

Ang sa akin lang, sayang naman ang dalawang taon na ibinayad ko from them. Hindi ba ako mahalaga na member para sa kanila? I thought “Your Wellness is Our Business” , Business nila ang kalusugan mo PERO kapag wala ka ng pambayad it's out of their business Anymore! Wala kang pambayad, TERMINATE ka na!" How sad!

Ang sa akin lang, ano ba ang ipinagmamalaki nila? Nandyan naman ang Maxicare, Medicard, Intellicare and other HMO. They can offer such services na mayron din ang Fortune care and I think mas maganda pa ang services nila for sure.

Well, may magagawa pa ba ako? Kung termination/cancellation na ang desisyon nila. Sayang lang ang ibinayad ko. Sayang ang almost P20,000.00 na payment ko from February 2007 - February 2009.

So it's my time to inquire at Maxicare, Medicard and Intellicare.

Kaya ko ito isinulat dito sa blog ko para malaman ninyo kung may PUSO na marunong makinig at umintindi ang Fortune Care na ito. Hindi sila marunong magpahalaga ng mga members nila. Pinakikinabangan lang nila ang pera mo tapos kapag wala ka ng pambayad "terminate ka na!"